Laura Orton started her position as a DPA with the Pine Mountain Soil & Water Conservation District on May 29, 2018. She is located at the Buena Vista NRCS office in Marion county.

Laura worked as an Activity Director in the elder care business for the last 7 yrs. Her husband and three children are also in the cattle business going on 35 years. Moving to Georgia from South Florida has allowed them to increase their cow/calf operation as well.

Laura is also proud of their family ranch receiving the Conservation Stewardship of the Year Award, in years past. Their operation continues to strive for sound traditional conservation practices.

As a DPA, Laura enjoys working with land owners and partner agencies in representing Georgia’s Association of Conservation Districts.